Space weather
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-009082
The conditions in space that can affect Earth and its technological systems, primarily driven by solar activity. This includes phenomena such as solar flares, coronal mass ejections, and high-speed solar wind streams, which can interact with Earth's magnetosphere and ionosphere. Space weather events can disrupt satellite communications, GPS, power grids, and pose risks to astronauts.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-009082 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
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